There are a bazillion internet articles that claim this one thing will morph you into a seven-figure making, Ted Talking, jet setting influencer. What is it, you ask? Becoming a morning person. (Yes, insert eye roll here.) This key to success dictates that sleep is...

Networking and talking about yourself can be a tough line to straddle, which is why many professionals hate the dreaded question, “So, what do you do?” I remember going to a networking event where someone plopped himself in the middle of my conversation and said,...

LinkedIn's Endorsements feature is like the extra parts left over after you assemble Ikea furniture. Sure, it's a part of your profile, but do you give it much thought once everything has been put together? The “Skills & Endorsements” section is supposed to be a...

What if I told you that someone was talking about you behind your back? Not just anyone, but one of your closest friends. Your confidant. This person knows about your insecurities, fears, and the fact that you count your chicken nuggets before you eat them. Here’s...

I’d like to think that I’m a gelato connoisseur after my husband and I had a trip of a lifetime visiting Italy (Florence, Venice, and Rome) a couple of years ago. We visited historic museums, ate amazing food, drank great wine, and overindulged in gelato. Our routine...

There’s something about being a self-proclaimed “expert” that can sometimes make people think of a used car salesperson. Now, of course, you’re not pushing old metal, but the process of attracting clients is, in fact, sales—whether you like it or not. You’re selling...

Have you ever thought that maybe the biggest obstacle stopping you from reaching your goals is you? It's true: There are other roadblocks besides yourself that could be the blame. After all, there is never enough time in the day, you need more money to do the things...

Personal branding is the Frisbee of career talk, but it's not a new concept. It's just something you need to grasp if you want to build a positive reputation and stand out to the right people. The problem with this Frisbee is that it has been thrown, flipped, and...

Lately, there’s been a lot of emphasis on being “authentic.” People are making the term a part of their brand, and it’s a buzzword splattered all over social media. I don't dispute the importance of this topic, hence talking about it right now. But I worry that some...

The term “Self-promotion” is often interchanged with “personal branding,” but are they the same thing? Sure, they can seem like icky words, especially if selling is the least favorite part of your business. But they’re different and can help you connect with your...

Many of us are information junkies (promise I mean that in the most endearing and non-judgmental way). You name the book, we read it. You name the course, we bought it. You name the influencer, we followed him or her. Sure, there are worse habits to have like...

The thing about getting your voice heard is that missed opportunities to deliver a powerful brand message tend to land like generic chocolate chip cookies next to a bag of Chips Ahoy!. With that said, there’s no doubt about the importance of knowing your unique value...